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Cera: Frederik Vandepitte Steps Down as CEO

Frederik Vandepitte is stepping down from his role as CEO of Cera and KBC Ancora, after more than two years at the helm of these two asset management structures linked to the KBC group. Marc De Ceuster and Franky Depickere, two long-standing executives, are taking over the day-to-day management with immediate effect.


Cera: Frederik Vandepitte Steps Down as CEO

Mutual Agreement Departure After More Than Two Years

Frederik Vandepitte has left his position as CEO of Cera and KBC Ancora, roles he had held since February 1, 2024. The boards of Cera Management Company and Almancora Management Company (statutory managers of Cera and KBC Ancora respectively) announced on Wednesday, June 17, the end of the collaboration 'by mutual agreement'. Both parties felt that 'the time was right for each to move forward'. Mathilde Remy, president of Cera Management Company, and Paul Demyttenaere, president of Almancora Management Company, thanked Frederik Vandepitte 'for his commitment and contribution to the development of Cera and KBC Ancora'.

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The continuity of the day-to-day management is assured with immediate effect by Marc De Ceuster and Franky Depickere, both long-standing members of the Daily Management Committee. Marc De Ceuster, who has been active at Cera since 2019 and a committee member since May 18, 2023, has been appointed as the interim permanent representative of the statutory administrators. Franky Depickere, who has held his position since September 15, 2006, previously led the Cera group until Frederik Vandepitte's arrival in 2024. A process for appointing a successor has been initiated.



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Context

Period
  • Period: 1T2026
Key reported figures
  • Net income: 557M€
Guidance from the release
  • Nous avons enregistré un bénéfice net de 557 millions d’euros au premier trimestre 2026.
  • Les revenus totaux ont bénéficié de solides revenus nets d’intérêts et d'une augmentation des revenus d'assurance.
Risks mentioned
  • Augmentation des réductions de valeur sur crédits en raison des turbulences géopolitiques.
  • Contexte macroéconomique incertain impactant les performances.
Opportunities identified
  • Acquisition de 365.bank et de Business Lease contribuant à hauteur de 13 millions d'euros au bénéfice.
  • Lancement d'un ETF unique destiné aux investisseurs tchèques.

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Investments in the stock market involve risks, including the risk of capital loss. Past performance of an asset or market is no guarantee of future results. Any investment decision should be made taking into account your personal financial situation, objectives and risk tolerance.

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